Does anyone have a contact in Sicily?

Question

I need to rent a villa or B&B for about 20 days from 26 Dec 06 thru 15 Jan 07. I don't trust the websites.

Answer 1

My friend and I stayed at a working farm (they grow lemons and oranges) called "Santa Margherita" in the town of Gioiosa Marea (south side of the island) - we flew into Palermo.  It was up on a hill (driving up there is a riot!)  It overlooks the Med.  I think we paid 60 euro a night for both of us.  The food was outstanding and they make their own Limonchello which is the best I have ever had.  Email them at www.agriturismosantamargherita.com or look at www.holidayinsicily.net.  The only family-member that spoke english was named Gianluca.  He was very nice. Tell him the two American girls from Cleveland sent you - we were there in March '06. The whole staff was very hospitable.  I don't think that many Americans go there because they really went over and above for us.  Enjoy!